Tips and tricks for the iPad

All evidence seems to suggest that the iPad is not going anywhere anytime soon. In order to make the most of this piece of technology and increase its staying power, here are 10 tips and tricks that will make using your nifty gadget easy to use. Before you know it, you’ll be the master of […]

Autism Family Resource Center: a place for support and connection

Located on the third floor of the building is what appears to be just another office. Glass doors greet any visitor that happens to drop in. However, what is behind these doors is much more than just an office; it is a place for parents and caregivers of those on the Autism Spectrum to find […]

Friday Podcast: Disability and Employment Panel Discussions

Information from the INDATA Project is now available via podcast! The podcast is available for viewing on the INDATA Project website and on iTunes. The “Assistive Technology Update” is a fast-paced weekly update for AT professionals and enthusiasts. ATU040:Disability and Employment Panel Discussion

Defying Gravity: a treadmill that makes you feel lighter than air

Rehabilitation is about to get lifted, literally. The Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmill uses differential air pressure technology developed by NASA to provide comfortable partial weight-bearing therapy while promoting normal gait patterns. All of this talk sounds really fancy, but essentially what this new treadmill provides is an alternative to straps, that traditionally are attached to the […]

Talking Mats: A way to keep communication organized

For people living with conditions that make speech and conversations difficult to formulate and organize, the Talking Mat may be of some assistance. Designed to help set goals and keep thoughts organized, the Talking Mat is a framework in which individuals can understand, reflect and organize their thoughts. Its design is simple. Similar to a […]

Google to introduce augmented reality glasses

Always checking your smartphone for random bits of information like weather updates, quick directions or store hours? It looks as if by the end of the year, you will have another option for receiving such information: your glasses. According to several Google employees familiar with the glasses project, the glasses will cost about as much […]